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Island Theme Park. “We partnered with Sony Pictures in order to achieve an authentic experience that will be the first attraction of this level in Russia, in one of the world’s leading theme parks.” “In line with our growing Location Based Entertainment strategy, Dream Island Theme Park has done a fantastic job bringing this beloved brand to life and giving audiences the unique opportunity to transport themselves into the thrilling world of Hotel Transylvania,” said Jeffrey Godsick, EVP of Global Partnerships and Brand Management and Head of Location Based Entertainment at Sony Pictures Entertainment. In addition to the Hotel Transylvania ride,
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AAPA, the global association for the attractions industry, has announced IAAPA Expo Asia, has been cancelled for 2022. Originally scheduled to take place in Hong Kong SAR, China, this June, the cancellation is in response to the continued impact of COVID-19 in the region. “Providing an opportunity for our members to meet face-to-face, conduct business, and move our industry forward has always been a top priority for our association,” said Hal McEvoy, president and CEO, IAAPA. “Our team has been
guests will also find a “Tavern of Fear” snack bar, a “Vampire’s Bite” burger cafe and “Transylvania Treasures,” a gift store filled with Hotel Transylvania themed souvenirs and memorabilia.
IAAPA Expo Asia 2022 cancelled due to COVID-19- related uncertainties in the Hong Kong region
working tirelessly on this year’s Expo in Hong Kong. Unfortunately, the ongoing impact of COVID-19 in Hong Kong, and continued travel and business restrictions have reduced the feasibility of hosting a successful Expo in Asia in June. After careful consideration, and with significant input from members, exhibitors, the IAAPA Board of Directors and our team, we have decided it is best to cancel this year’s IAAPA Expo Asia.”
“We understand the importance of sharing this decision in a timely manner,” noted June Ko, vice president and executive director, IAAPA APAC, “We want to ensure our exhibitors and members have time to adjust their plans for the year. The Asia- Pacific region is an important part of the global attractions industry, and we remain committed to serving our members by providing opportunities to share, learn, buy, and connect with each other through other events and channels. We are developing alternative in-person events for our members to network in the APAC region in 2022 and will shift our focus to creating an outstanding IAAPA Expo PlPlans are well underway for IAAPA Expo Europe, which will be held in London, United Kingdom in September, and IAAPA Expo which will return to Orlando, Florida in November.
Tokyo Disneyland welcomes 800 millionth guest Tornado Springs opens
Danish theming firm MK Themed Attractions assisted UK family park Paultons Park in getting its brand-new themed area, Tornado Springs, ready for 12 April by producing and delivering customised props for the entire area.
Tokyo Disneyland celebrated welcoming its 800 millionth guest in March. George Cross, senior vice president and managing director, Walt Disney Attractions Japan said: “I’m thrilled to help celebrate this momentous occasion of Tokyo Disney Resort welcoming its 800 millionth guest. Thank you to our guests for making Tokyo Disney Resort part of your magical memories every day, thank you to our cast members for your hard work and dedication, and thank you to our colleagues at Oriental Land Company for almost 40 years of marvellous partnership.”
and experiences, all with a heavy Midwestern US theme. The majority of the themed elements were produced and delivered by MK Themed Attractions. Guests will be immersed in the new area completed with themed signs, props, objects, and coasters, all telling the unique story of Tornado Springs.
to say that it has been a pleasure working with Paultons Park. From the very beginning the visions and ambitions Paultons Park had sounded exciting, and a project we at MK Themed Attractions have loved being a part of. We look forward to seeing the impression the new area Operations director at Paultons
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are so pleased to finally open the park and welcome guests to explore Tornado Springs, our largest single investment here at Paultons Park. We wanted to introduce a spectacular and immersive themed area
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Hal McEvoy, president and CEO, IAAPA
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